Oakland Police Department, California
End of Watch Thursday, July 18, 1940
Add to My HeroesLeo T. Cunningham
Police Officer Leo Cunningham was killed in a motorcycle crash while he and his partner were in pursuit of a traffic violator on E 14th Street near 54th Avenue.
His motorcycle struck an item in the road causing the accident.
Officer Cunningham had been with the agency for two years.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer Cunningham,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Oakland.
R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol
July 18, 2020
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